What happened: Formula 1 has announced race week for Round 3, the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka International Racing Course. Teams and drivers are heading to Japan for the event. Practice sessions begin Thursday.

Why it matters: Suzuka's demanding layout with high-speed corners like 130R favors precise setups and aggressive driving, impacting betting on pole position and race winner. Verstappen leads standings with 51 points after two victories, pressuring rivals like Ferrari.

What to watch: Monitor Thursday FP1/FP2 for setup insights and any weather impacts. Qualifying on Saturday sets the grid for Sunday's race.